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Ever wonder the difference between self-rising flour and all-purpose flour? Self-rising flour is actuallyall-purpose flour, but with added leavening agents (usually baking powder and salt). It’s convenient to use if you already have some in your pantry, but if you ever find yourself needing it and you’ve only got all-purpose, save time and money by mixing a batch of your own.

How to make your own self-rising flour:

If your recipe only calls for 1 cup self-rising flour, use the following formula: Add 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder to 1 cup all-purpose flour. If the recipe does not call for salt, add 1/2 teaspoon salt.

If your recipe calls for more than 1 cup self-rising flour, use the following formula: For every 3 cups all-purpose flour, mix in 2 teaspoons baking powder. If the recipe does not call for salt, add 1/2 teaspoon of salt.